Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Fluid Rocks out in the Desert!

With a tune-up and four new tires, The Fluid Mobile headed Southeast this month for the 2nd Annual TriFest in Tucson, AZ.

Fluid Founders Richard Smith & David Brown logged over 1400 miles to join the biggest players in the multisport industry.

Attendees journeyed from around the globe for the conference and expo, hosted by Trisports.com. Seven time Ironman World Champion Dave Scott was also in attendance, and was the guest speaker of Friday evening's banquet.

Team Fluid provided mechanical and nutritional support for the annual Friday morning ride up Mt. Lemmon, a 6,000 ft cycling climb over the course of 25 miles. Look for video of this ride coming soon!

Fluid was also able to connect with local sponsored clubs, including the University of Arizona's TriCats (one pictured right), as well as Arizona State's Triathlon Team.

Industry attendees included our friends Trigger Point massage therapy and SPIbelt, both from Austin Tx.

Founders Rich & Dave, pictured below, had both the pleasure and pain of a 60 second maximal effort cycling test to evaluate their power output. Dressed in jeans and flip flops, the guys jumped right in for a whole lot of hurt. Don't let those smiles fool you!

Overall, the trip was a great success, but we are glad to be home!

St Patties Day Feast Downhill RacingBootleg Canyon, Las Vegas

This was a killer event at one of the most famous MTB spots in America. The racing was fierce and the beer was cold for this awesome event! If you love Downhill racing, you have got to check out this event for next year! Check out Crash Innovations Website Here!

Tour of Palm SpringsPalm Springs, CA

10,000 riders with 100, 50, 30, 20, and 5 mile rides. It was 65 degrees and beautiful in February. Team Fluid was there in full force with support for all riders. We will be back for this event next year, and we highly recommend you check it out! Click here to learn more!